Big6 - detailed steps

Big6 - detailed steps - from Big6 PDF

1. Task Definition
1.1 Define the information problem

1.2 Identify information needed (to solve the information problem)
o What is my current task?

o What are some topics or questions I need to answer?

o What information will I need?


2. Information Seeking Strategies
2.1 Determine all possible sources (brainstorm)

2.2 Select the best sources
o What are all the possible sources to check?

o What are the best sources of information for this task?


3. Location and Access
3.1 Locate sources (intellectually and physically)

3.2 Find information within sources
o Where can I find these sources?

o Where can I find the information in the source?


4. Use of Information
4.1 Engage (e.g., read, hear, view, touch)

4.2 Extract relevant information
o What information do I expect to find in this source?

o What information from the source is useful?


5. Synthesis
5.1 Organize from multiple sources

5.2 Present the information

o How will I organize my information?

o How should I present my information?


6. Evaluation
6.1 Judge the product (effectiveness)

6.2 Judge the process (efficiency)




o Did I do what was required?

o Did I complete each of the Big6 Stages efficiently?